Bermuda Flicker vs Beautiful Woodpecker
Colaptes oceanicus compared with Melanerpes pulcher
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Bermuda Flicker | Beautiful Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Colaptes oceanicus | Melanerpes pulcher |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Extinct | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 21.5 cm (8.5 in) |
| Weight | — | 50.0 g (1.76 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Extinct
Bermuda Flicker
Least Concern
Beautiful Woodpecker
About These Birds
Bermuda Flicker
The Bermuda Flicker was a woodpecker endemic to Bermuda that became extinct in the 17th century following human colonization and the introduction of rats and pigs to the islands. Its bones have been found in cave deposits alongside those of other extinct endemic Bermuda birds. It was likely similar to its mainland relatives, foraging on ants and insects.
Beautiful Woodpecker
The Beautiful Woodpecker is an attractively patterned woodpecker endemic to the forests and woodland edges of northwestern Colombia. Males have bold black-and-white barring on the back, a red cap, and yellow wash on the underparts. It forages on tree trunks and branches for insects, larvae, and fruits.